Accounts Receivable Accountant

Rocs, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocs, Inc. in Washington, DC is seeking an experienced accounting professional to oversee the accounts receivable cycle within a nonprofit organization.

The role offers exposure to credit analysis, tax reporting, journal entries, and month-end close, supporting mission-driven programs. You will manage AR processes, collect invoices, perform pre-sale credit risk evaluations, apply cash receipts, and prepare aging reports.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or high school diploma with 5+ years in credit/collections/billing.
• Experience in accounts receivable, collections, or related accounting function.
• Strong spreadsheet and computer skills with financial databases.
• Analytical mindset with ability to resolve discrepancies.
• Detail-oriented and able to manage day-to-day responsibilities independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative team player in a Finance department.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive support throughout the accounts receivable and collections process
• Collect outstanding invoices and follow up on past-due accounts
• Perform pre-sale credit risk evaluations and assist with credit approval decisions
• Apply cash receipts, process and post credit card payments, and issue sales invoices
• Prepare accounts receivable aging reports and analysis
• Assist with commission and fee calculations
• Complete monthly gross receipts and sales tax reports and filings
• Respond to accounts receivable inquiries and communicate with internal staff and customers
• Update vendor forms and maintain accurate financial documentation
• Assist with month-end close, including journal entries and reconciliations

Skills

Accounts receivable

Credit analysis

Billing

Accounting

Spreadsheet software

Education

Associate's degree or high school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Financial databases

Job description

Why You Want To Work Here:

Our client is a well-known and highly respected international nonprofit scientific organization headquartered in Washington, DC. With a history spanning nearly 175 years, this organization is one of the world's largest multidisciplinary scientific societies and a leading publisher of scientific research. The role offers broad exposure across the full accounts receivable cycle, including credit analysis, sales tax reporting, journal entries, and month-end close, making it an ideal fit for someone looking to grow their accounting skillset within an established, mission-driven organization.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive support throughout the accounts receivable and collections process
• Collect outstanding invoices and follow up on past-due accounts
• Perform pre-sale credit risk evaluations and assist with credit approval decisions
• Apply cash receipts, process and post credit card payments, and issue sales invoices
• Prepare accounts receivable aging reports and analysis
• Assist with commission and fee calculations
• Complete monthly gross receipts and sales tax reports and filings
• Respond to accounts receivable inquiries and communicate with internal staff and customers
• Update vendor forms and maintain accurate financial documentation
• Assist with month-end close, including journal entries and reconciliations

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or high school diploma with at least 5 years of experience in credit, collections, billing, and accounting; bachelor's degree preferred
• Previous experience in accounts receivable, collections, billing, or a related accounting function
• Strong spreadsheet and computer skills with experience working in financial databases
• Comfortable analyzing financial data and researching and resolving discrepancies
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated with the ability to independently manage day-to-day responsibilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Collaborative team player who can work effectively within a Finance department

Location: Washington, DC
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 5 days per week onsite
Salary: $60,000–$70,000